The north east corner of the building
is cut away through cascading terraces
to open the view to the dome of the
Arena and at the same time, facilitate fire
escape. This reveals the major forms of
the building which would otherwise be
hidden, and also reduces the scale on the
most important corner adjacent to the
circle and park.
The result of this design approach
is a highly unusual, distinctive building
with both playful and dramatic forms and
spaces which will be instantly recognisable
and unique in architectural design in
South Africa.
The external treatment of the main
façades is in sympathy with the skewed
geometry of the forms and consists of
a random, grid-like pattern of alternating
solid panels and glazed strips which will
be particularly dramatic at night. Thought
has also been given to creating interest and
variety in the design of the “fifth elevation”
or roof scape.
Although the appearance of the building
is intended to be eye-catching and quite
unusual, it will nonetheless blend in to
the Menlyn Maine precinct very well,
with appropriate scale and responses to
the street, especially the restaurants facing
Aramist Road.
Developer: Sun International
Architect (Concept & FOH):
LYT Architecture
Architect (BOH):
DSA Architects International
Principal Agent:
Proman Project Management Services
Project Managers (Arena &
Arena Basement): Neolith
Quantity Surveyor: MLC
Structural/Civil Engineer:
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff
Mechanical Engineer: Aurecon
Electrical Engineer: CKR
Wet Services (Casino & Arena):
Aurecon
Wet Services (Hotel) :
Green Planet Engineering Services
Fire & Safety: Aurecon
Interior Design (Casino & Arena):
LYT Architecture
Interior Design (Hotel): Blacksmith
Main Contractor:
WBHO Construction
PROJECTVIEW
INFINITÉ, BEDFORDVIEW
Located directly opposite Eastgate shopping centre, Infinité is
the first high-rise development of
its kind in Bedfordview and is the
the first 10-storey project launched
in the area. The development
includes a swimming pool, clubhouse with kitchen, gym and
two meeting rooms, plus a lobby
with concierge.
Designed by AMA Architects, the
luxurious and modern design of
the building takes its inspiration
from the mathematical infinity
symbol, with clean, lucid lines and
flow and generous use of glass to
capitalise on the scenic views and
maximise natural light, particularly
on the north and south façades. The
development includes 383 secure
parking bays over three basement
levels catering for tenants and
visitors and state of the art, 24/7
security. The three homes which
were previously located on the
site were demolished some nine
months ago and construction of a
one bedroom, one bathroom show
unit has been completed.
The project is being developed by
Fatasy Property, recognised for
developing the Adriana in Sandton
as well as the successful, 28,666m2
mixed use development, Crown
City in Crown Mines.
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